Jushua

Jushua is a masculine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Joshua, which comes from Hebrew origins meaning "Yahweh is salvation" or "God is deliverance." This alternative spelling adds a unique twist to the traditional biblical name while maintaining its strong heritage. Joshua was a prominent figure in the Old Testament who succeeded Moses as leader of the Israelites. The Jushua spelling is considerably less common than the traditional Joshua, which has been consistently popular in English-speaking countries for decades. Parents might choose this spelling variation to give their child a distinctive name while still honoring the biblical connection and powerful meaning behind it.

Pronounced JOS-oo-uh.

As of October 2026, Jushua ranked #9038 in US births in 1998 SSA, peaked at #1992 in 1985.